Preliminary defense of the doctoral thesis by Atalykova Nazim Sultangalievna in the framework of SDGs -8 and SDGs - 9

Today, January 23, 2026, at 11:00, a preliminary defense of the doctoral dissertation by Nazym Sultanğaliyevna Atalykova was held at the Faculty of Geography and Environmental Sciences of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University within the framework of a scientific seminar on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, namely SDG 8 “Decent Work and Economic Growth” and SDG 9 “Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.”

The dissertation entitled “Development of amethodology forstudying the stability ofpit walls at golddeposits in Kazakhstan” was submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) under the educational program 8D07302 – Geoinformatics. The event was conducted in a hybrid format.

The dissertation research by Nazym Sultanğaliyevna Atalykova is closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and forms a scientific basis for the sustainable development of the mining industry.

The study is primarily aimed at achieving Sustainable Development Goal No. 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) and focuses on enhancing the safety and reliability of industrial infrastructure in the mining sector. The development of a modern methodology for assessing and forecasting the stability of open-pit mine slopes contributes to reducing geotechnical risks and facilitates the implementation of innovative engineering solutions in industrial practice.

In addition, the dissertation fully corresponds to Sustainable Development Goal No. 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), as it is focused on ensuring occupational safety, reducing the risks of industrial injuries, and supporting sustainable economic growth. A scientifically grounded study of slope stability is an essential component in establishing safe working conditions at mining enterprises.

During the preliminary defense, the candidate presented the main research findings, substantiated the scientific novelty and practical significance of the work, and demonstrated its compliance with priority areas of sustainable development. Particular attention was paid to the close alignment of the dissertation with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, its focus on improving the safety and reliability of engineering infrastructure in the mining industry, reducing geotechnical risks, and ensuring safe working conditions.

Following the discussion, the dissertation received a positive evaluation, and a decision was made to recommend it for further defense, taking into account the comments and recommendations expressed.

Scientific advisors:

Jangulova G. – Candidate of Technical Sciences, Associate Professor (Almaty, Kazakhstan).

International scientific advisor: Naci Yastikli – PhD, Professor (Istanbul, Republic of Turkey).

Reviewers:

Oringozhin E.S. – Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor, Department of Cartography and Geoinformatics, Al-Farabi KazNU (Almaty, Kazakhstan).

Pentaev T.P. – Candidate of Technical Sciences, Professor, Department of Land resources and cadastre, KazNARU (Almaty, Kazakhstan).